Roderick M. Allen
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Roderick Allen's debut CD "Urbanization Theory" is a production of urban jazz grooves layered with the tranquil sounds of jazz keyboards.
What began as a mere concept over the past few years, has now evolved into a very serious expression of art.
"Urbanization Theory" takes its listeners on a relaxing journey into the depths of smooth jazz music. Each selection is skillfully crafted, bearing the signature sounds of this new-age jazz sensation.
Roderick's music is continuing to gain respect from even jazz music's most demanding critics.
Roderick's "Virtuosity" was voted #13 on CIM Radio's TOP 100 SMOOTH JAZZ TUNES OF 2004. To view the charts visit this link:
http://top100.cimradio.com/
Featured on this project is:
Stanley Baird - Saxophone "Cleveland Heights"
Shameka Henderson - Vocals "Just Me & My Baby"
Stanley Thompson - Vocals "Don't Stop Giving Love"
Delaney McQuiag appears on Guitar.
To review or purchase the album or specific songs from the album, simply click on the mp3 music link at the top left corner of this page
Here's what others are saying about "Urbanization Theory"
"Roderick,
Just wanted to let you know that you are the featured artist on the
Bodies at Rest Show #24.
This is the first episode of 2007!
It was my pleasure to share your fabulous musical talent with the
Bodies at Rest audience. Check your email for more details. Wishing you continued success!"
Be well,
Celestial Dancer
Host of
Bodies at Rest
"Hello Roderick,"
I have much enjoyed your fine music!
I have also added in my Radio Station your tune "VIRTUOSITY" .
All the best to you,"
Alexis
"Hey Roderick Allen. Great Work! Very marketable!! This product is definitely quality listening. There's a seasoned professional feel to it! Any experienced musician as well as entertainer could appreciate its appeal.
Each cut is well thought out and executed.
I can envision the stage show as being vibrant and soothing! If you add any cuts to your playlist be sure to interview Roderick and some of the vocalists. Then they can give you personal take on any of the tracks!
I'm sure he's only touched the surface of where he's going in this industry.
Check it, if you like great music, give this project a listen; you'll be as compelled as I was to tell a few friends and so on and so on...!
J.McKrae
President
WNIX Associates Media Group
What began as a mere concept over the past few years, has now evolved into a very serious expression of art.
"Urbanization Theory" takes its listeners on a relaxing journey into the depths of smooth jazz music. Each selection is skillfully crafted, bearing the signature sounds of this new-age jazz sensation.
Roderick's music is continuing to gain respect from even jazz music's most demanding critics.
Roderick's "Virtuosity" was voted #13 on CIM Radio's TOP 100 SMOOTH JAZZ TUNES OF 2004. To view the charts visit this link:
http://top100.cimradio.com/
Featured on this project is:
Stanley Baird - Saxophone "Cleveland Heights"
Shameka Henderson - Vocals "Just Me & My Baby"
Stanley Thompson - Vocals "Don't Stop Giving Love"
Delaney McQuiag appears on Guitar.
To review or purchase the album or specific songs from the album, simply click on the mp3 music link at the top left corner of this page
Here's what others are saying about "Urbanization Theory"
"Roderick,
Just wanted to let you know that you are the featured artist on the
Bodies at Rest Show #24.
This is the first episode of 2007!
It was my pleasure to share your fabulous musical talent with the
Bodies at Rest audience. Check your email for more details. Wishing you continued success!"
Be well,
Celestial Dancer
Host of
Bodies at Rest
"Hello Roderick,"
I have much enjoyed your fine music!
I have also added in my Radio Station your tune "VIRTUOSITY" .
All the best to you,"
Alexis
"Hey Roderick Allen. Great Work! Very marketable!! This product is definitely quality listening. There's a seasoned professional feel to it! Any experienced musician as well as entertainer could appreciate its appeal.
Each cut is well thought out and executed.
I can envision the stage show as being vibrant and soothing! If you add any cuts to your playlist be sure to interview Roderick and some of the vocalists. Then they can give you personal take on any of the tracks!
I'm sure he's only touched the surface of where he's going in this industry.
Check it, if you like great music, give this project a listen; you'll be as compelled as I was to tell a few friends and so on and so on...!
J.McKrae
President
WNIX Associates Media Group
Why this name?
I have had the experience of playing with various other artists and bands throughout my life. Some of those experiences were positive and educational, while most were negative. Much of the hard work that I've contributed to the promotion of other artists has never gained me any attention; as they would rather manipulate my work and sell it as their own than allow me due recognition. For this reason, I have chosen to use my own personal name. I vow to forever promote my own name. I sincerely believe that my name RODERICK ALLEN will mean something more with each passing day.
Do you play live?
I have, in the past, appeared with several bands. My most memorable performance was on a sold out concert for the Maceo Parker Show at Duke University's Page Auditorium. I played keyboards with Maceo's sons Damion and Corey Parker.
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
The internet allows both musicians and listeners of music to transfer files quicker thus making it a lot easier to manage files and share files.
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
Yes, in fact, that is my present goal.
Your influences?
As a producer of smooth jazz, I am mostly influenced by the works of George Duke, Alex Bugnon, Kenny Kirkland, Mike Phillips, and Stevie Wonder.
Favorite spot?
The "Flats" of Cleveland Ohio.
Equipment used:
I use a Korg Trinity, a Korg Triton Le, an Ensoniq SD-1, an Ensoniq ASR-10 an Emu Planet Phatt and a Kurzweil PC-88 for most keyboard parts. I particularly like Electric Piano patches. To add rhythmic texture, I sometimes use a wah wah pedal on top of an electric piano patch or clavinet patch.The clavinet seems to add a brighter attack. Sequencing begins with an Akai MPC-2000 as an external sequencer to the Trinity. After the arrangement is placed in song mode, the MPC-2000 is synchronized to three tascam DA-88's and an Otari 24 track tape machine (2"). Each part is soloed and thus seperately recorded onto the DA-88's or Otari 2". I use 1 of 2 Avalon tube compressors to warm and fatten the sound if necessary. stereo effects are added using Lexicon, Eventide and ART processors. Vocals, if any, are recorded using a Neumann tube microphone.
Since I double as an engineer, I mixdown using a Mackie 32x8 console with a 24 channel expansion.
Since I double as an engineer, I mixdown using a Mackie 32x8 console with a 24 channel expansion.
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